Wayne Residents Enjoy Polar Vortex

Updated: Feb 3, 2019

Despite the many downsides to polar vortex some Wayne, NJ residents took advantage of the recent sub-freezing temperatures on a frozen Packanack Lake. Some came to play friendly hockey games, some pulled their children across the smooth surface while still others, your truly included prefer to enjoy the simple solitude of a solo skate. This weeks sub freezing temps have created a solid skating area. Saturday February 2, 2109 The ice should be short lived as tomorrows high will be in mid 40's and up to 60 by Tuesday.

Update: Revisited the frozen lake at sunset to snap some more photos. See gallery below for sunset shots. Photos by Brian Hester

Shannon Papa and her rescue pup Fiona enjoy a skate on a frozen Packanack Lake at Wayne, NJ Photo by Brian Hester

Area children enjoy a friendly hockey match an a frozen Packanack Lake. Photo by Brian Hester

Little Grace Uhlein of Wayne enjoys a ride in a folding chair being pushed by her dad Tom on a frozen Packanack Lake Photo by Brian Hester